Software Development Engineer III - Backend

TL;DR

Software Development Engineer III - Backend (Java Spring/AWS): Architect and build scalable distributed backend systems and Java Spring APIs for enterprise-level workloads with an accent on microservices, API design, and infrastructure as code. Focus on designing performant RESTful services, ensuring system reliability, and delivering projects independently while leading technical reviews.

Location: Hybrid in Woodbury, MN; Seattle, WA; or Boca Raton, FL. Remote optional Fridays; on-site Mondays-Thursdays.

Salary: $130k - $150k

Company

hirify.global, parent company of Anytime Fitness, Orangetheory, and other fitness brands, building cloud-native solutions.

What you will do

• Design and architect scalable backend systems and microservices handling enterprise workloads.
• Build performant Java Spring RESTful APIs with focus on contracts, data modeling, and async patterns.
• Leverage Python for AWS infrastructure as code using Terraform, CloudFormation, or CDK.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on requirements, code reviews, and system integration.
• Ensure system reliability through monitoring, debugging, performance improvements, and documentation.
• Own project delivery from requirements to deployment, potentially leading contractors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Computer Science or equivalent.
• 5+ years software development experience delivering projects independently.
• Deep proficiency in Java and Spring for RESTful APIs; object-oriented design and architecture.
• Strong AWS knowledge; Python for IaC; Git, CI/CD, containerization.
• Database design including DynamoDB; experience with distributed teams preferred.
• Technical execution, independent problem-solving, collaboration, and leadership skills.

Nice to have

• Event-driven architectures with AWS SQS/SNS.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work: remote Fridays, on-site Mon-Thu at US offices.
• Competitive salary, medical/dental/vision, life/disability insurance.
• Unlimited time off + paid holidays; Fridays off summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day).
• 401(k) matching at 4%; mental health benefits, coaching/therapy sessions.
• Brand discounts, in-house workouts, professional development, team activities.